Redefining tomorrow
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Advanced Factories has established itself as one of the must-attend events for industrial innovation, and this year is no exception. As strategic partners, EIT Manufacturing is excited to actively engage with a dynamic agenda featuring a variety of activities.
This year’s central theme focuses on redefining automation with green technology, driving sustainability and efficiency across the rapidly evolving industrial landscape.
Take a look at the activities and join us in exploring the future of industrial innovation:
EIT Manufacturing Networking Lunch – 9 April, 13:00-14:30 at the Workshop Arena
Connect with industry leaders, corporates, startups and scaleups, and key stakeholders from the EIT Manufacturing ecosystem
Discover the opportunities EIT Manufacturing offers for funding, business growth and collaboration guided by Elena de Pablo, Senior Manager, Ecosystem Development Manager, Alejandro Moral, Business Development and Innovation Manager, and Lluís Arasanz, Business Development and Innovation Manager – Education & Training Activities.
Open Innovation Challenge — 9 April, 10:00-17:30
The Open Innovation Challenge at Advanced Factories, organised by ACCIÓ in collaboration with EIT Manufacturing, the Catalan Government’s Agency for Business Competitiveness, connects industrial corporations with startups and tech providers offering innovative solutions, accelerating the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies.
This event facilitates targeted B2B meetings, allowing tech providers and corporate leaders to explore potential partnerships. Startups collaborating with EIT Manufacturing, will be present, providing a valuable opportunity for business growth and industrial transformation.
Take a look at the corporate challenges.
Take a look at the startups that will join us in Barcelona:
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Azitek, a spin-off from Porto University, pioneers cost-effective RFID technology for indoor and outdoor geolocation solutions. Specializing in Real-Time Localization Systems (RTLS), Azitek utilizes state-of-the-art RF technology on license-free radio bands. The company’s platform digitizes and locates assets, providing data analysis and automatic alerts for optimized operational efficiency.
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BeChained builds the largest electric capacity network from demand flexibility to help grid balance, certify businesses carbon footprint and generate CO2 credits for sustainable innovation. In addition, BeChained reduces energy cost, without businesses losing the focus from their core business and without impacting their core processes.
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Energiency was founded in 2013 in Rennes (France) by INRIA top data scientists and experimented engineers in manufacturing. Its technology is dedicated to Industry 4.0, bringing together process expertise, big data, cloud and artificial intelligence in order to automate energy data analytics and identify new energy saving potentials without Capex.
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ENTENT is a pioneering company in sustainable energy solutions, specializing in converting low-temperature waste heat into electricity. Leveraging its expertise in thermodynamics, ENTENT has developed a patented technology called PULSE, which transforms waste heat ranging from 60°C to 150°C into usable electrical energy. This innovation contributes significantly to industrial decarbonization by turning thermal waste into a valuable resource.
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Inovako is a cutting-edge technology startup specializing in AI and computer vision-powered industrial solutions. Our offerings cater to a diverse array of industries, including but not limited to automotive, household appliances, machinery, food, electronics, and many others.
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Specialising in AR technology, ONIRIX provides a versatile platform that empowers indutstry to create immersive AR experiences effortlessly. By leveraging advanced computer vision algorithms and intuitive tools, ONIRIX enables users to develop AR applications with unparalleled ease and flexibility.
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TheEye System, a globally patented technology, revolutionises process & quality control with its advanced thermal and polarimetric detection. By leveraging Artificial Intelligence, it builds tailored defect databases for each product, significantly reducing quality costs. TheEye System is compact, Plug & Play, and integrates easily into production lines.
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THEKER Robotics focuses on combining robotics with deep learning artificial intelligence to create smart, autonomous machines. Custom solutions tailoring robotic solutions to meet specific industrial needs, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency. RaaS (Robots as a Service) offering a subscription-based model that allows companies to rent robots and AI Startup Portfolio solutions without significant upfront investments.
Industry 4.0 Congress
Join us on 9 April, from 11.15h to 12.00h, for a roundtable session titled ‘Powering the Future: Driving Industrial Energy Efficiency’, featuring expert speakers from France, Portugal and Spain:
- Mohammad Peyman – BeChained
- Riccardo Mancini – Energiency
- Ana Machado – MC Sonae
- Eduard Bullich – UPC
Moderated by Blanca Chocarro, Senior Manager, Strategic Projects at EIT Manufacturing West, this session will explore the latest innovations in industrial energy effiency.